Is this bicycle too large for a 12-year old girl with long legs?
29129
I'm 5'4" and I have the seat at the lowest possible position and it's just a tad bit too high, but still easy to maneuver. I didn't get the smaller size because I think it would have been uncomfortable for my legs. It's a great bike! I absolutely love it, but it really depends on how tall the young girl is. Hope this helps.
29130
My 11 year old, who is short for her age, rides the bike to school. So, yes your 12 year old should be able to ride it with ease.
924846
Based on a height of 48" I think she'd be able to go up to an 18" bike. She could definitely fit on this one but would probably outgrow it soon.
1324707
Yes, it is a large bike. It should fit perfectly. I am 5'8 and it is about 4 inches too big for me
2033674
My daughter is 6 and about 50 lbs nearly 4 feet, and at the smallest size to fit this bike. So your Grand daughter probably needs another year to fit this bike.
505623
I am 5' 7" tall, and this bike is almost too big for me. When I sit on the saddle, my feet barely touch the ground. Consequently, I would think anyone shorter than me would find this bike too large.
473036
I bought this for my daughter when she was 8. She is tall for her age, but not extremely so. She had no trouble riding it. We had the seat fairly low (not bottomed out), but now (she is 10) we have moved it up 1/2 way. It took her a while to get used to the gears, but since we live on a hill, I felt it necessary for her to get used to them. She now loves the gears, although she doesn't use all of them yet. I suspect any girl that can already ride a bicycle and is of the appropriate height would be able to ride this. Basically, if your child is taller than the average height of an 8 year old girl, they will be tall enough. If they are taller than an average 12 year old, maybe get a bigger bike. As a test, I put my just-turned-8-year-old son on it and it is a hair too big. He is somewhat smaller than his sister was at that age. I hope this helps. Oh - specifics: My daughter is now 4' 10" and it fits her fine. Much taller, and while this bike would work, you might want the next size up for growing room... She was 4' 6"ish when we bought it. Of course, leg length matters. Kids with longer legs can get slightly bigger bikes. Kids with shorter legs needs somewhat smaller bikes. My suggestion is to go to a bike or toy store, and put your kid on bikes of differing wheel sizes. Find the right size. This bike has a bit lower seat than normal for the size of tires.
324521
No, our granddaughter is almost 40 inches and loves the bike and should be able to ride it until she is 5.
765722
Yes! I'm a big girl- and it's perfect. You can go on their website to get this bike- heartlandamerica.comGood luck!
1053428
I would say that the bike is ok for a shorter ride like in your subdivision and maybe even a bike trail. However, having longer legs due to my height has made the longer bike rides a bit uncomfortable.
1130552
No this bike is not too big for you. I am 5'2" and it is not big at all for me. I am sure it would be fine for you.
1130556
my daughter is 5'1" ... the size ok but it is heavy (compared to composite bikes)
79532
This is a very hard question to answer because it would depend as to why the other bike is not completely comfortable for her and if all adjustments have been made that could be. I would suggest going to a bike shop and have her try a 24" to see if it would be to small.
1006370
Hi Isabella, I own this bike and am a little over 5' 8" (longs legs) and the seat is all the way down and it's still a little tall. I don't think you'd be comfortable.
1402479
We bought this bike for our daughter who turned 7 in July and she is 47 inches tall. I think the bike is a little too tall for her. Maybe by next summer.
399500
Its pretty much a full size bike. It will be on the large side but it the seat down it should be doable. If you are growing then its better to get a larger bike for the long run. My daughter is 5'3" right now and she rides it fine. I would say if there is a question go to a local bike shop and get on a cruiser with the same size wheels. Should be a good indicator.
2129573
Hi, pretty much the same as below. I'm 6'4, and I have to move my legs a little, it's not uncomfortable and my daughter likes the seat so much, we will take 2-3 mile rides with not problem. The positioning of the child on the bike is really the big benefit, you can carry on a conversation.
765723
Yes! I'm a big girl- and it's perfect. You can go on their website to get this bike- heartlandamerica.com Good luck!